Zac Young is the distinguished and accomplished Pastry Director of Creaveable Hospitality Group, a trailblazing organization that has established itself as a leader in the dynamic and rapidly evolving food and beverage industry.
Zac, the ingenious creator of the revolutionary Thanksgiving dessert sensation, The PieCaken, has a rich and storied history in the culinary arts, expertly crafted by his rigorous formal education at the prestigious Walnut Hill School for the Arts, a renowned institution dedicated to nurturing artistic talent, and The Institute of Culinary Education, a respected hub for culinary innovation and mastery, where he honed his skills and refined his craft.
Zac's remarkable career has been marked by an impressive array of collaborations with some of the most prestigious and well-respected establishments within the culinary world, boasting an impressive portfolio that includes the esteemed Bouchon Bakery, a renowned New York City institution, as well as Butter Restaurant, a highly-acclaimed eatery under the visionary leadership of the celebrated chef Alexandra Guarnaschelli.
Zac has had the distinct privilege of refining his culinary expertise in the esteemed culinary hubs of France, where he has had the opportunity to work alongside and learn from some of the most renowned and celebrated chefs in the industry.
Noted for his extraordinary aptitude and unwavering commitment to the craft of patisserie, his impressive repertoire of sweet and savory creations has garnered him a prestigious position among the crème de la crème of American pastry chefs, as officially acknowledged by the esteemed publication, Dessert Professional, in their esteemed list of the Top Ten Pastry Chefs in America.
Zac's fervent enthusiasm for the art of pastry-making and his exceptional culinary prowess have been spectacularly showcased on a multitude of renowned television programs, including Cooking Channel's distinctive and innovative "Unique Sweets" series, as well as the esteemed Food Network's "Beat Bobby Flay", "Chopped", and "Worst Cooks in America", thereby conclusively establishing his reputation as a preeminent master of his craft.
